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Causes of World War I / Allan, Tony 2002  Book
Allan, Tony Book
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Publication Great Britain, Heinemann Library, 2002.
Description 48pBlue Spine
Series 20th Century Perspectives
Summary/Abstract Explores key topics involving World War I and shows the causes that led up to the outbreak of war, including France’s defeat in the Franco-Prussian War, the assassination of Franz Ferdinand, the heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne, and Germany’s attack on France.
Contents What was World war I? Background to the tragedy Austria-Hungary: the patchwork empire Russia: the slumbering giant Germany: insecure superpower France: wunded glory Britain: colonial flag bearer The USA: reluctant colossus Shifting alliances The Schlieffen plan Flashpoints overseas: the colonies The arms race The Balkan cauldron The road to war Ultimatum to Serbia Timetables to war Why did the wars last so long? The US tips the balance The peace that never was Learning the lessons Timeline Further reading Glossary Index
Standard Number 0431120064 Hb.
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Causes of World War II / Dowswell, Paul 2002  Book
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Publication Great Britain, Heinemann Library, 2002.
Description 48pBlue Spine
Series 20th Century Perspectives
Summary/Abstract Provides an in-depth account of the events, examining issues and forces at play, lead-up and aftermath, leaders and groups, weapons and technology that caused the World War II.
Contents World War Two begins THE POST WAR SETTLEMENT What were the causes of World War Two? The Treaty of Versailles Shifting powers DEPRESSION Germany in the 1920s THe effects of the Great Depression THE RISE OF THE DICTATORS Mussolini and facist Italy Japan after World War One The rise of Hitler Hitler's Germany The Soviet Union between the wars Franco and Spain THE ROAD TO WAR Japan's ambitions for empire Italy's new Roman Empire Hitler tests the water Appeasement and Munich The Nazi-Soviet Pact THE SECOND WORLD WAR War breaks out From European war to world war Learning the lessons Timeline Further reading Glossary
Standard Number 0431120072 Hb.
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Changing role of women / Ross, Mandy 2002  Book
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Publication Great Britain, Heinemann Library, 2002.
Description 48pBlue Spine
Series 20th century perspectives
Summary/Abstract Modern history has witnessed a sea change in the role of women all over the world. How it came about is depicted in this book by way of media reports, personal stories, diaries, letters and quotes from men, women and children.
Contents Women in 1990 Fighting for the vote Women in politics 1914-45 Women in politics 1945 onwards Women in civil rights movements Campaigning women Women and human rights Education of girls and women Domestic life Marriage, motherhood and divorce Changes since 1960 Healthcare and medicine Women and work 1900-39 Women's service in World War II Women's work in the post-war era Women's work at the end of the century Entertainment, media and the arts Fashion statements Sport Women's rights into the 21st century Timeline Further reading Glossary
Standard Number 043111997X Hb.
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ID:   015064


Cuban missile crisis / Carter, E.J. 2004  Book
Carter, E.J. Book
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Publication Illinois, Heinemann Library, 2004.
Description 48pBlack Spine
Series 20th Century Perspectives
Summary/Abstract Examines the Cuban Missile Crisis one of the most perilous events in the 20th century.
Standard Number 1403441804 Pb.
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ID:   015044


Korean War / Burgan, Michael 2003  Book
Burgan, Michael Book
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Publication Illinois, Heinemann Library, 2003.
Description 48pBlack Spine
Series 20th Century Perspectives
Summary/Abstract In depth account of the events, examines issues and forces at play, lead up and aftermath, leaders and groups; effect around the world; first-hand accounts, diaries, letters, quotes describe impact on society during the Korean War.
Standard Number 1403438579 Pb.
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Rise of modern China / Allan, Tony 2002  Book
Allan, Tony Book
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Publication Great Britain, Heinemann Library, 2002.
Description 48pBlue Spine
Series 20th Century Perspectives
Summary/Abstract Provides an in-depth account of the events, examining issues and forces at play, lead-up and aftermath, leaders and groups, weapons and technology that have led to the rise of modern china.
Contents The end of the emperors Revolution! A time of troubles Nationalists and Communists Japan invades The Long March The Japanese push south Waiting out the war The Nationalist collapse Mao takes control The fate of the 100 flowers The great leap forward Cultural revolution China and the Cold War The end of Mao Deng the survivor The half-open door Tiananmen Square Boom times on the coast 21st century China China timeline Further reading Glossary
Standard Number 0431119945 Hb.
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ID:   006376


Russian Revolution / Allan, Tony 2002  Book
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Publication Oxford, Heinemann Library, 2002.
Description 48pBlue Spine
Series 20th Century Perspectives
Summary/Abstract Provides an in-depth account of the events, examining issues and forces at play, lead-up and aftermath, leaders and groups, weapons and technology.
Contents What was the Russian Revolution? Russia and the tsars The revolutionaries Lenin The gathering storm Bloody Sunday The October Manifesto The coming of World War One The shadow of Rasputin 1917 : The first Revolution The democratic experiment The Bolshevik take-over Building socialism The fate of the Romanovs Civil War : Reds versus Whites Victory for the revolution The last of Lenin Russia and the outside world The Soviet collapse The legacy of the Russian Revolution Timeline
Standard Number 0431120048 Hb.
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ID:   007078


United Nations / Ross, Stewart 2002  Book
Ross, Stewart Book
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Publication Great Britain, Heinemann Library, 2002.
Description 48pBlue Spine
Series 20th Century Perspectives
Summary/Abstract Provides an in-depth account of the events, examining issues and forces at play, lead-up and aftermath, leaders and groups. weapons and technology.
Contents What is the United Nations? The League of Nations A new beginning A world parliament Struggling secretaries International law and justice The Security Council Working for peace Enforcement The blue helmets The Gulf War Disarmament and arms limitation Closing the gap World health Emergency! Human rights The rights of women The environment Kyoto Past and future Timeline Further reading Glossary
Standard Number 0431120056 Hb.
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Vietnam war / Willoughby, Douglas 2001  Book
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Publication Illinois, Heinemann Library, 2001.
Description 48pBlack Spine
Series 20th Century Perspectives
Summary/Abstract In depth account of the events, examines issues and forces at play, lead up and aftermath, leaders and groups; effect around the world; first-hand accounts, diaries, letters, quotes describe impact on society during the Vietnam War.
Standard Number 1588103781 Pb.
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Weapons and technology of World War II / Chorlton, Windsor 2002  Book
Chorlton, Windsor Book
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Publication Great Britain, Heinemann Library, 2002.
Description 48pBlue Spine
Series 20th Century Perspectives
Summary/Abstract Provides an in-depth account of the events, examining issues and forces at play, lead-up and aftermath, leaders and groups, weapons and technology at the time of World War II.
Contents Hitler on the warpath Weapons of the infantry Artillery Tanks Fighter planes Bombers Airbone troops Warships Aircraft carriers Amphibious warfare Submarines Radar Communications The code-breakers The propaganda weapon The home front Rockets and guided missiles The atomic bomb Medicine A scientific revolution Timeline Further reading and places of interest Glossary
Standard Number 0431119961 Hb.
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